Apex on Promo tour to promote the brand new digital marketing website "The Industry's Alternative" Live on stage

As you may know I'm on a promotional binge right now promoting my new website that caters to signed and unsigned artists. My main goal is to speak at every major showcase that goes on in NYC and once momentum picks up, then I'll be going down south to the SMES conference. My ultimate purpose is to inform artists on how valuable it is to use different online marketing campaigns to create a strong viral presence online.

The Industry's Alternative is the one-stop shop for all online marketing needs for artists looking to expand on their online presence. The truth is in order to get your music out there to the masses you must first work on your online campaign. Being that artist's tend to not have the time is takes to fully understand the different variables in online marketing and digital placement, T.I.A. service at the complete digital music coordinator and marketer. We are a team who works around the clock to get your music featured on the most high profile Blogs, Social music sites, ringtone sites and digital retailers while sending out email blasts and press releases to alert the world about the successful placement.

We also use cutting edge mobile technology to have an artist create a sms fanclub and get paid for sending out content directly to his fans via text.

Take a look at a quick presentation I gave at one of NYC's biggest showcases for independent artists called "Get Your Buzz Up" hosted by the infamous J Hatch of Inirsirkl music group.

For more information make sure to log on to The Industry's Alternative Website

Eminem Answers to Mariah's "Obesessed" Track

It was obvious when I saw that Mariah video that Cannon had a lot to do with it. Me never really being a fan of Cannon's music, I seriously enjoyed this track, although I do respect the boy's entrepreneurial spirit.

"Warning ft. Mariah Carey"

Rick Ross "Gunplay"

Rick Ross keeping ti super gangsta as usual!

Game Calls Jay-Z fan on stage

Man this dude Game is relentless. He is really calling Jay-Z out

Poke Her Face

This video looks like a cross between a Gap commercial and a commercial. Pretty cool but entertaining? I don't know about that. Big up to Kid Cudi doing his numbers though.

Jay-Z on Tim Westwood

The God Father speaks on Game real quick!

Chris Brown Apologizes for Woopin Rihanna's Butt

Damn I didn't think he really did it until he dropped this. I don't know if this video is a hurting on him, or if it's going to help him. By the way what is he wearing?? big up to Sphinx for sending this my way in the AM!

Michael Jackson Sells 2 Milli in 2 weeks!

The Man The Myth The Legend. As I'm typing this I have Billy Jean playing in the background. It's crazy how you go back to his music, and hear things you did not hear before. That's the definition of timeless music.

Read Billboard article

Obama's Address To The NAACP

Responsibility is the key thing I get out of this!

Ne-Yo crying uncontrollably at a Show

Thi footage is actually real sad. When a star is not able to complete a show because he is crying uncontrollably you know something tragic just happened or is about to happen.

Maybe he is finally going to come out and admit that he is gay?

MJ Rest In Peace Graphic By 2 Dope Boyz

big ups to 2dopeboyz.com you guys got a real dope blog poppin off! I like the fact that ya have your own inhouse graphic designers.

Superhead On The Today Show

Looks like a chick finally made it from hoeing to pimping the white folk.
I guess a hoe can turn herself into a housewife.... well in the outside world she can. You got to admit shorty can still get i though :)

Quote from Jadakiss "I know a chick named Superhead... even gave the super-head"

Young Jezzy has 6 Kanye tracks on New Album

One thing you can always expect from a Jeezy album is some Thug Motivation. Jeezy is one of the realest rappers out there so when he talks people listen. I always give props to artists who keep it 100 percent gangsta and still sell a lot of records. Much props to Jizzle!

Pharrell Looking Stupid

On the real this has to be the silliest I have ever seen Pharrell look. It amazes me how some of most paid artists just shoot themselves in the foot with their fashion. Pharrell has been known to parade around wearing some weird, corny looking shyt.

Loso's Way Movie Trailer

This joint looks pretty hot. big ups to BBGun and BAM doing their thing! I might have to check this out

Kid Cudi Missed Grammy Deadline

Looks like the homie Mr. Cudi's album will not be dropping before the Grammy deadline, so it's safe to see that he will not be winning a Grammy. He is the second rapper to say that they will be pushing their album out to not compete with Jay-Z's Blueprint 3 due to drop in the next couple of months. Check out an excerpt from Cudi's Twitter..

"I Don't make this years Grammy deadline now, Jan 2011 no one will care enough for me to win one n Jays album drop days before mine... great!

Rihanna's Rumored Album Cover

Is this really it?? I like that tattoo on her back.. real sexy!

The Industry's Alternative Site is now Live

For those of you who do not already know... I run my own digital music marketing company that is called "The Industry's Alternative".

The idea behind Industry's Alternative is "Good music speaks for itself.... All it needs is visibility".

Being that musicians are currently living in the Digital music era, we wanted to provide a service that was tailor-made to achieving a strong viral online presence. Therefore we comprised our listen of online media contacts to offer a never before offered service for the elite in signed and unsigned music...

-Ringtone Deals and mobile entertainment marketing
-Digital music distribution
-High profile music blog placement
-Blog Creation
-Social media placement
-Press Releases
-Newsletter blasts
-SMS campaigns

To read more about our services... log on to www.industrysalternative.com

Arturo Gatti Killed: Suspect is Wife and Tribute.

This must be one of the saddest stories in boxing history! Arturo Gatti was found dead while vacationing with his wife who just happens to be bad as hell. The police are trying to pin it on his wife Amanda Rodrigues Gatti. Check out an excerpt from Fox News

Boxer Arturo Gatti’s wife Amanda Rodrigues Gatti has been taken into custody by Porto de Galihnas police It appears she had several contradictions during her interrogation of her husband’s murder.

According to Timesonline, “ Amanda Carina Barbosa Rodrigues, 23, had been detained because she could not explain how she had been in the apartment with her husband for almost ten hours without realizing that he was dead. The spokeswoman said that the authorities were preparing charges against Ms Rodrigues, who denied being involved in her husband’s death.” Read more

RIP MJ

Game Diss to Jay-Z "I'm SO Wavy"

Wow this joint got me speechless man! All I have to say is Jay-Z better bring the old Jay-Z back and come back strong! Game disses B and destroy Jay in this track!

Listen to "I'm So Wavy"

Also check out Game in Madrid going in on Beyonce and Jay

Allen Iverson Talks Scholarship Fund and Cries

Not sure why the homie got soooo emotional, but it's always good to see some genuine tears from a star. Much respect.

Bill O’Reilly vs. Rev Al Sharpton Over Michael Jackson Controversy

haha this is classic right here. Al Sharpton Vs Bill O'Reilly

Maino ft. Swizzy

Don;t sleep on Main-o his album is pretty hot. It has a good story behind it and def worth a download.

Ryan Leslie & Rick Ross in the Studio

This dude Ryan Leslie seems like some type of a music genius. Well I guess that's what happens when you graduate from Harvard in music?

Ryan Leslie x Rick Ross "Maybachs & Diamonds" In-Studio from Ryan Leslie on Vimeo.

Diddy's "Making His Band"

It's obvious that Diddy really has the game on lock and chokehold :). I think this show might be one of the hottest musical shows to ever touch TV. It looks like it also shows a different side of Diddy that we haven't really seen yet. Check out the trailer.

Jay Releasing A Book?

This #1 Hip Hop Cash King just doesn't get enough of that money. He is planning on releasing a book that explains his lyrics and the thought process behind them.
will it be successful?? I don't know.

Forbes Hip Hop Cash Kings 2009

The Forbes Hip-Hop Cash Kings list includes male recording artists whose work is primarily classified as hip-hop or rap. Earnings estimates, which include income from record sales, digital downloads, touring, films, TV shows, endorsements, books and other entertainment ventures, are calculated between June 2008 and June 2009. Management, agent and attorney fees are not deducted. It's always good to see what artists are caking the most at any given time, so you check out the list and let me know what you think.

The Complete List:
1. Jay-Z - 35 Million
2. Diddy - 30 Million
3. Kanye West - 25 Million
4. 50 Cent - 20 Million
5. Akon - 20 Million
6. Lil Wayne - 18 Million
7. Timbaland - 17 Million
8. Pharrell - 16 Million
9. T-Pain - 15 Million
10. Eminem - 14 Million
11. Dr.Dre - 13 Million
12. Snoop Dogg - 11 Million
13. Ludacris - 10 Million
14. Common - 8 Million
15. Will.I.Am - 8 Million
16. T.I. - 8 Million
17. Swizz Beatz - 8 Million
18. Andre 3000 - 7 Million
19. Big Boi- 7 Million
20. Flo-Rida - 6 Million
21. Rick Ross - 6 Million
22. The Game - 6 Million
23. Young Jeezy- 6 Million

Drake Interview With Complex Magazine

You might find this to be super interesting. Drake is completely independent? Universal distributes his album but he owns all of his masters? That sounds like a new age deal, and it might be a great situation for Drizzy! Check out the interview on Complex and hear about it yourself.

"Drake: Nah…I definitely want to clear this up, I didn’t sign to Universal. I’m actually signed to… a lot of people were telling me, “Oh, you should do it independent.” I’m actually 100% independent. I signed to Cortez Bryant and G. Roberson, my managers, so I signed a joint venture between Aspire Music Group, which is them, and Young Money. So the only part that Universal plays is P&D [pressing and distribution]. I’m not a Universal artist. I’m signed to myself."

Entire Article

50 Cent "Ok You're Right"

I have to admit this might be one of 50's best videos up to date.

Twista "Birthday"

This is an excellent song to play at a birthday party for a lady.

A Little Minaj in your Life

She had me at Minaj. Real cute chick.... rapping wise?? I don't know but she seems like she has something.

Novel ft. Joell Ortiz Papoose - So Much More

When are these dudes going to understand that in order to stay away from the darkness they must make some radio ready tracks. This is a hot track, but I don't see this boosting up their star potential? Although both Mcs are real nice.. they need to just get out of the darkness!

Asher Roth goes in On Funk Flex

Lyrically the dude is talented... but I think he needs to come a bit harder though. I'll give him props if he is freestylin this whole thing.

Chris Brown "Shine For Me" Produced by Dr. Dre & Vidal

I don't know if this dude can pull this off after that negative press. But one thing you can;t deny is that the homie can dance and can sing his ass off. I have a feeling he is going to come back and possibly be bigger than ever. Here is his new joint that is supposedly produced by Dr. Dre and Vidal

If you ask me.. it sounds like a throw away Dr. Dre beat..

Update on Steve McNair's Death

Classic example of a jump off that just went to far. It was obvious that the homie was smashing something on the side, but little did he know the girl he was smashing was loco! Man this is a sad story and I keep his friends and family in my prayers for such an untimely gruesome and violent death!

Pics of the Eminem Mockery in Mariah Careys Video

Big ups to realtalkny for posting these pics. Although the dude looks nothing like Eminem if was still a good try. Something tells me that Nick Cannon has his name all over this. One thing is for sure though... Mariah Carey is still looking smokin!
I wonder if Eminem is going to respond to this?

Loon Before and After

It looks like this is the second rapper that Puff had on Badboy that decided to go A-Wall and convert to some type of a religion and put the music down. I felt that Both Mase and Loon were both nice too, with similar flows.

Drake "Best I Ever HAd"

Yesss..... It's about time someone drops a video of some big breasted women. This made me even more of a fan!

Drake "Best I Ever Had" from kwest on Vimeo.